Wat Thamma Thipatai Temple
Local Buddhist temple with traditional Lanna features
A regional Buddhist temple attracting local worshippers and visitors interested in temple architecture and community rituals; people come to observe merit-making, explore the ordination hall and photograph traditional decorative details.
Wat Thamma Thipatai at a Glance#
Hours: Daily dawn-dusk
Admission: Free (donations welcome)
Best Time to Visit Wat Thamma Thipatai#
Best in the cool, dry season (November-February) when weather is most comfortable and travel is easier.
History & Culture of Wat Thamma Thipatai#
Located in extensive grounds on the northeast fringe of Uttaradit, this temple’s main claim to fame is that it is where two door panels from Wat Phra Fang, an ancient temple about 20km east of town, are now stored. The panels are reputed to be beautifully carved and therefore a precious heritage, but unfortunately the main buildings are often locked, so it is not always possible to view them.
Nevertheless, the shady grounds are quiet and peaceful, and there are a few traditionally designed buildings behind the worshipping halls.
Weather & Climate near Wat Thamma Thipatai#
Wat Thamma Thipatai's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 37°C. Abundant rainfall (1265 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.